Drs. Maysami, Drake, and Seeman proudly announce the MOOC “The Transformation of Asian Economies,” a collaborative effort between East Carolina University and the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. This 7 week course will focus on one key question:What factors contribute to the transformation of developing Asian nations into developed economies?

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Each week the San Diego County Office of Education provides a concise, one-hour webinar for all educators on various web-based tools. All you need is a computer and an internet connection. Expand your digital literacies from the convenience of your office, classroom, or home. Web Tool Wednesdays takes place from 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Pacific).

April 23, 2014 – QR Codes

Quick Response (QR) codes are an easy way to present content, resources, and more. We’ll learn different ideas for use and how create codes that link to websites, audio, or anything you have in your Google Drive.

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April 30, 2014 – “New” Features in Google Forms

Google Forms now allows you to filter responses to your form, allowing some and rejecting others. (For example, if you ask for an email address, you can make sure what you get is actually an email address.) This is called Data Validation, and it can be a powerful tool in your classroom. This webinar will review some of the newer features of Google Forms, and then go over how you can use data validation with your students to streamline your work.

Create an online newsletter with multimedia elements to connect with parents, staff, and the larger community. Keep your students’ support network informed about current classroom curriculum, exemplary student work, and more.

Bring history to life using Google Earth! Students can tour historic sights, follow in the footsteps of an individual from history, or analyze geographic features and the impact on the people. Be it whole group or small group projects, Google Earth allows students to discover the earth and history that has been made on it. Leave knowing how to create content in Google Earth and how to scaffold lessons so your students can create content and show their learning in a unique, authentic way.

Do you wonder about what Apps, games, or websites are good for your classroom? Do you wonder how to use “that webtool” you heard other teachers talking about? In this webinar we will explore a free service that provides tips, advice, and the information you need to make great technology choices.

If you were unable to attend a session of interest, the links below will allow you to view the recordings. As well, at the end of the sessions, there will be a link to a survey we would like you to complete. Happy viewing!

Monday 4/7/2014 10:30 AM MOOCs: Challenges in developing a MOOC
Developing a MOOC to reach thousands of students requires a rethinking of traditional online education. In this session, a panel of MOOC developers will highlight some of the challenges and opportunities that MOOCs present. Faculty and administrators

Monday 4/7/2014 3:00 PM Faculty Development Online Modules from College STAR
College STAR, a UNC system program, will introduce online instructional modules created by faculty that utilize instructional strategies which align with the principles of Universal Design for Learning. Faculty

Tuesday 4/8/2014 10:30 AM The Art of the Online Syllabus and UDL (panel)
Every syllabus should include important information about the nature of the course, communication, course requirements, organization of instruction, feedback and grading, and community Faculty

Tuesday 4/8/2014 3:00 PM Cultivating Community in Online Learning Environments
In this session, presenters will provide a rationale and multiple practical methods for cultivating community in online courses. Faculty

Wednesday 4/9/2014 10:30AM Business On-Line: eTeaching and AACSB Accreditation
This workshop will explore how Blackboard tools and functionality can be used to assist COBs in the collection of data required by the AACSB’s assurance of learning standards. Faculty in colleges / schools of business

Wednesday 4/9/2014 1:30 PM Student Perspectives of Online Learning
In this colloquium session, we will review perspectives of students who have taken at least one online course. Faculty, advisors and administrators

Thursday 4/10/2014 1:30 PM Feedback in Online Courses – A Key Component of the Successful Online Course
In this session, a panel of experienced faculty share their policies and procedures for feedback. faculty

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Thursday 4/10/2014 3:00 PM Our Time, Our Future: How Libraries Can Help with Expected Learning Outcomes
How three libraries assist with the research and information literacy skills of online students Faculty, advisors and administrators

Friday 4/11/2014 1:30 PM Conquer Condensed Delivery: Effective Teaching Techniques for Summer and Shorter Term Courses
A hands-on workshop series for the Summer School faculty to help them conquer the challenges of teaching in the condensed summer sessions. Faculty, advisors and administrators

Author Information

As Director of E-Learning for the UNC system, I provide leadership in developing UNC’s online presence, and facilitating the development of a distributed learning environment to enhance inter-institutional collaborations for academic and administrative functions across the University.

Among my responsibilities and duties, in collaboration with leadership from academic, student services and information technology units, I assist with the development of distance and online programs, conduct strategic planning, outreach, and engagement and work to ensure adequate integration and delivery of online services. I explore and create new learning venues for unique populations and promote and organize faculty development opportunities that emphasize instructional technology resources for faculty teaching at a distance.